MANILA, Philippines – It will be a momentous day today as it marks the start of news and public affairs channel GMA News TV – powered by the internationally acclaimed News and Public Affairs team of GMA Network – on free television.

While this comes as one of today’s biggest news, many are still curious as to what they can expect from the new Channel 11. But since I am unable to mention the channel’s full programming grid, I’m instead sharing 11 reasons why I’ll tune in to GMA News TV Channel 11:

1. Hourly newscasts. From morning until night, GMA News TV promises to keep its viewers informed of the latest news in and outside of the country. And they have no less than the biggest names in broadcast journalism today – Jessica Soho, Mel Tiangco, Mike Enriquez, Arnold Clavio, Vicky Morales, and Howie Severino – delivering the news.
2. State of the Nation with Jessica Soho. It is referred to as GMA News TV’s flagship program and it is anchored by the country’s most awarded broadcast journalist. Need I say more?
3. Still on Jessica, I am also looking forward to the return of “Brigada.” Inspired by the late Louie Beltran’s Brigada Siete, Jessica Soho now guides the next generation of reporters in their quest for a deeper understanding of today’s hottest stories. They will brief Jessica on their stories came about and Soho will act as informal judge and mentor – asking questions and assessing the reports based on evidence and sharing her thoughts on the stories themselves.
4. Mike Enriquez opens up the day with “Dobol B sa News TV,” which will be the TV simulcast of Mike’s

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